🇮🇳Hindi Source WordCode: HI

अंग्रेज़ी क्रीम

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Angrezī krīm

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Crème Anglaise/krɛm æŋˈɡleɪz/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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🇮🇳 Example Sentence in Hindi:

"अंग्रेज़ी क्रीम मिठाइयों के साथ परोसी जाती है।"

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A smooth, creamy custard sauce made from milk, sugar, and egg yolks, often used as a dessert sauce.

    "The chef drizzled crème anglaise over the chocolate cake for an elegant presentation."
  2. 2

    A base for various desserts, often served with fruits or pastries.

    "The tart was complemented perfectly by a side of crème anglaise."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'crème anglaise' is French in origin, literally meaning 'English cream'. It refers to a custard sauce that has been a staple in French cuisine since the 19th century, reflecting the culinary influences between England and France during that era.

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